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vasodilator

/væsəˈdɪleɪtər/ noun · British & US
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What does vasodilator mean?

noun

A substance that causes blood vessels to widen, typically used to treat or prevent conditions such as high blood pressure or angina.

Example

"The doctor prescribed a vasodilator to help reduce the patient's blood pressure."

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